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Hello, We have been working extensively over the past 2 months, in order to bring you a solid, working 1.13.1 version of the server that we are happy about. This update broke more things than anyone could have imagined, and it's stability has been in question for quite some time. With that in mind, we are resetting the server on September 22nd at 12AM EST. We have come to this decision through extensive discussion and testing. As it stands, there are still known world conversion bugs still present in the game. It is VERY LIKELY these bugs are not going to be fixed in 1.13.1. Season 2 brought MANY changes, and I am hoping that Season 3 will follow in it's footsteps. We have replaced a number of plugins with our own versions, which does means quicker updates and more stability/features. a full changelog will be available to view when the server is on 1.13.1. The list of what is being lost/kept for the reset will be available on #changelog in the next few minutes. As with the last reset, you will be able to take a limited number of items with you to the next world! Any player with a donor rank will be allowed to take 18 items, and regular players will be allowed 9 items. Shulker Boxes cannot be stored, and old crate keys will not work in 1.13.1. This storage can be accessed using the command, /it on the server. Place your items and exit the inventory. After the reset, players will only be able to take from the inventory using the same command, and WILL NOT be able to place items back into it. Make sure you grab everything from the inventory! They will be removed 1 week after the reset (9/29). Benefactors can redeem a new Infinite Sell Rod and existing Sell Booster by using the Benefactor kit on 1.13.1

I will maintain that this reset (much like the last one) isn't completely by choice. By ignoring the issues in 1.13 and rushing the update, servers are forced to deal with the repercussions of Mojang's carelessness. The upcoming reset is a balanced attempt to bring new content to players, resolve some existing issues, all while dealing with the brunt of the situation that Mojang has caused with this release. Staying on 1.12.2 forever is simply not a viable option. As Mojang continues to release new versions with Minecon coming soon, the update process will grow more and more painful to execute. Taking this step minimizes that pain, and allows us to continue operating to the best of our ability. With that being said, as with any reset it is entirely possible that there are bugs, not only with our own code, but with this version of Minecraft. PLEASE REPORT THEM. We cannot fix anything that we are not made aware of. If the bugs are game-breaking in nature, please PRIVATELY contact myself or an admin/dev/moderator. However, most bugs are okay to go in #reports-help on Discord. Failure to report bugs and/or exploitation of them can result in a permanent ban as per our server rules. We did have a small team of beta testers to help us try and resolve issues, but it is very likely we did not find all of them. Lastly, I'd like to take a moment to thank the entire staff team, beta testers, and most importantly our wonderful Developer. Keehl and myself have been working very hard to organize and execute this upcoming reset, and we hope that you will all enjoy what Season 3 has to offer. Thank you.

Now, for the question that is on everyone's mind..What the fuck is going to happen to my stuff? Let's start with the things you will keep:Donor RanksClaim BlocksCommandsPreviously purchased cosmetics(pets, glow etc.)Player Warps (Keep track of how many you have redeemed)Enjin PointsItems from Item Transfer (/it)Permanent sell boosters / sell rodsHere are the things we are resetting: MCMMO Credits and LevelsJobs / Quests ProgressLevels (0,4,8, P1 200 etc.)Build progress in any world (Might be able to save Plots but no promises)Inventories, homes, enderchests, any player dataPlayerVault counts (if they are earned from in game ranks like 76)Mall shops, they will all be available when the server opens.

If it is not on this list, please contact me and I can add it. Tried covering everything.

SPRING CRATE AVAILABLE NOWThis Crate has many new features, including a buildable hoe, Gen Buckets, and 2 Brand new TOOL SETS! Many of these items are the best items currently available, and there are over 40+ rewards you can win!

EVENT MANAGER AND EVENT LAUNCHNext, I would like to announce that we are hiring @Sam for the role of Event Manager! Sam and I have been working behind the scenes on our first event, and more information about the event can be found on the forums. If you have any questions relating to events, you may forward them to either of us on Discord.

I would also like to say that I have been trying to introduce the feedback that has been left for us in many ways, and I would suggest for all of you to keep your attention on #changelog in the future to see even more changes like these be put into effect. Thank you all very much, and I am hoping the rest of our 2018 is absolutely amazing! - Nolan.

NOTE: This announcement came out first on our Discord, join it here.]]>Server MaintenanceSun, 31 Dec 2017 12:51:18 -0600https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4624999
https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4624999Hello,

There will be a period of server maintenance starting at 12:00AM EST to bring in the New Year. We will be updating a lot of things in our backend and a full update log will be out on our discord, in #changelog.

There is no set time for the maintenance, but we do not expect it to be very long. Best way to be updated on our current status is to join our discord, which can be found here.

I wish you all a Happy New Year, and I hope that you all have successful 2018s,

There is some news! This is already posted within our Discord, but I figured I would update the website as well. To get news FIRST, join the Discord here!

First, the Halloween Sale has been increased from 30 to 40%! This will last only until the end of the month, so act fast! The store can be found here.

Second, There will be a FALL CRATE KEY DROP on November 5th at 2PM EST. Need to know when that is in your Time Zone? See the countdown here.

Finally, I am implementing a new program. The Top Donor for each month will receive a free 25 dollar voucher to the store. I have updated the store to show who this person is. If you end up winning and need the voucher, contact me directly on the site, in game, or on Discord (where you'll reach me quickest).

Thanks again for the continued support, and I cannot wait for the Holiday Season!

As you can see, there is a new website design and store design in place. There are a few things that need to be adjusted with it still, and I encourage you all to report any bugs that you notice with the site (besides the one where Enjin Profiles appear weirdly and the one where the staff button goes nowhere, these are known).

In keeping with the tradition of keeping Cultivate updated quickly, we have moved the server to 1.12.2. There are no notable features in this version, however it has been updated this early on to avoid what happened with 1.12.1, where the server took a long time to update.

If you need to switch Minecraft versions, you are able to do so in the MC launcher.

Hope to see you all there! ]]>25% OFF SALE FOR SEPTEMBER | Fall Crate Key ChangeWed, 06 Sep 2017 12:31:00 -0500https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4434400
https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4434400

There is an Important Change with Fall Crate Keys: If you receive a key that gives a COMMAND reward that you already have (Fly, for example), you are eligible to receive a replacement key. You have to remember to take a screenshot of the Broadcast that plays with the key and submit it to me and I will personally replace your key.

ALSO, there is a 25% OFF SALE for the entire month of September. If you spend over 50 USD in one purchase, you get 2 Fall Crate Keys for Free! (Contact Nolan for details).

Happy Farming,

Nolan.

]]>FALL CRATE AND NEW CRATE LOCATION NOW AVAILABLE! Sun, 03 Sep 2017 11:58:07 -0500https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4429601
https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4429601Today, the Fall Crate released, along with a new Crate opening area.

Note: This signals the end of the Summer Crate. These items are going to be out of circulation, forever! Also, the Tool Crate will be undergoing an update soon to accommodate the release of the Fall Crate. More details soon.

I'd like to thank you guys as well for the support you have shown the server over these last few months.. it really is incredible.

There is a 30% Sale going on right now, as a thank you for the continued support you all have shown the server recently. You can access the store by clicking the SHOP tab at the top of your screen or by clicking here.

The Server is back online! Thank you all for having patience during this move! If there are any issues, please report them!

There are some new features in progress, and we hope to bring those to you soon! ]]>Maintenance DowntimeSun, 30 Jul 2017 14:22:43 -0500https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4351223
https://www.cultivatemc.com/oldhome2/m/39095487/article/4351223Hello,

The server is undergoing an upgrade/maintenance today! This was not expected or planned, however an opportunity presented itself and I personally made the decision to take this opportunity.

FAQ: What is the upgrade and why does it need to be done?

The main upgrade is going to be in storage. We are moving to a machine that has double the amount of storage, in order to house the ever expanding world that we are creating. This will allow us to proceed without having to worry about storage issues.

Will I lose anything in game?

There is no reason to believe players are going to lose anything. The server files themselves are remaining in tact. We are simply moving them from one place to another. We have done this before and have had no issues.

How long will the server be down?

I don't give out estimated times, only because if the process runs later than expected, people get upset. We have to move a lot of files and set some things up again, so it will definitely take some time. It should not take more than a few hours and the server should be up later today. If off time extends past this, it would be unplanned.

Starting at 7PM EST (after the restart), DOUBLE VOTE REWARDS are making a return. It is simple, when you vote for the server, you will receive 2x the rewards that are normally given (except Enjin points).

Cultivate has grown to something in which I couldn't have even envisioned, plain and simple. I started working on this server in June 2016 as a distraction from life and ultimately as a hobby. I NEVER predicted the level of success that the server has had in its first year. I would have been glad to have 10 players who liked the server. It has grown from literally having periods of 0 players on, to hitting a peak of over 170 players on at once... and having very strong playerbase numbers since then. There is substance to these players as well. No matter the warns, kicks. mutes, bans and overall toxicity of some.. we are still a community! The community is something which is positively viewed on Cultivate. I am proud of that.. and all of you should be proud of that too. We have seriously made something special here and I hope for it to go as long as it can.

I'd like to formally congratulate all of the players, staff, and even myself on what we have done here. 95% of servers die. Not only did we survive, we have thrived. Given everything going against the server, we made it to this point. It is truly wonderful.

I'd like to thank a few people.

First off, I'd like to thank all of the moderators and admins, past and present. You guys have kept this place in line, made sure people were dealt with and that order was restored. I cannot speak highly enough of the dedication of the staff, as it takes a lot of love and dedication for this server to deal with an entire community of this size. You guys are the glue that keeps this place stuck together.. and I am truly greatful for the relations we have had here. All of you are wonderful people. When you see any staff next, please say thank you, and remember to be kind and patient when you need assistance. There are a lot of you and only so many of us.

I'd like to thank the developers, Meow and Trent. You guys have written a lot of code for this place, and I am forever grateful for these contributions to Cultivate. Whether it is to make players have a more enjoyable experience, or fix game-breaking bugs, you have been there to fix things and improve things at an incredible pace and without much error. Cultivate would not be where it is, if it wasn't for the work of these developers. If you ever see them .. say thank you to them too.

I'd like to thank Maldito and Supa, for being two of the most overall active people I have ever seen. I love you guys. Everyone knows who you are and rightfully so. I'd also like to thank everyone (staff and otherwise) who have spent significant amounts of time on the server. You all make this community what it is, by being the regulars and being pillars for everyone else to aspire to, in a sense.

I'd like to thank rvci for the role he played in the formative months of Cultivate. A few of the ideas which are now PROMINENT in the server, were brainstormed between the two of us. You're a great person and an even better friend.

I'd like to thank Len, for convincing me to make a server in the first place. She was the one who convinced me how good of an idea this was. I thought it was foolish and crazy at first, I thought my insignificant ass could never make anything worth playing...man was I wrong. WE have all made something quite special here.

I'd like to thank Toph, for being the biggest dork ever, and just being a wonderful person overall. You are...amazing. All I have to say.

I'd like to thank anyone who has ever donated ANY amount of money to the server. Even if you spent 50 cents on a Nolan kit, you are amazing. You are the reason this server exists and has prospered the way it has, simply put.

I'd like to thank Tiger for being a massive hoe. We love you <3.

I'd like to thank Nic (MionSonozaki) for being the worst. You fucking suck.

I'd like to thank Zinzy for being the biggest meme I have ever seen created by a community. Your memeworthy qualities will never die and we will never forget you.

I'd like to thank anyone who has been here for any real length of time. The server has changed and evolved since it has opened... and I am glad people have stuck around for these changes and have praised them! As one of my favorite characters from TV says, "New is always better" (I love How I Met Your Mother, ALOT).

If I forgot anyone in particular, I thank you as well! All of us have had a role in what Cultivate has become! Thank you so much :D.

Cultivate is the best Farming-Based survival server. It's just true. You can thank the competition for that. We did it.

LASTLY. THERE IS A 35% OFF SALE FROM NOW TO JULY 20TH to celebrate the 1 year anniversary. If we hold any future events they will be announced (Currently there is nothing else planned. To be determined due to my own scheduling conflicts).

I'd also like to take a moment and thank you guys for the support you have all shown over this last month. We have had a very successful month, hitting 176 players! This is unforseen for Cultivate and I hope the server continues down this path of success.